Clinical Negligence Solicitor
Location
Leeds
Salary
£45000-55000 per annum
Sector
Solicitor NQ – 1 PQE
Type
Permanent Role
Practice Area
Clinical Negligence
Reference
JG/CN/L0126
Claimant Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Legal Executive (2-6 PQE)
Leeds City Centre | Flexible Yorkshire Office Locations Considered
About the Firm
This is a highly regarded regional law firm with a strong presence across Yorkshire and a national reputation for quality legal services. The firm is employee owned, well accredited, and recognised for its supportive culture, long-term career development and commitment to rewarding individual contribution.
The Team
You will join an award-winning Clinical Negligence team with an excellent reputation in the Yorkshire market. The team is made up of experienced, high-calibre lawyers who provide strong supervision and a genuinely collaborative working environment. This is a team that encourages development, welcomes questions, and values individual input.
Role Overview
- Running a caseload of claimant Clinical Negligence matters, all of which are multi-track
- Managing files from initial instruction through to conclusion and archiving
- Advising clients clearly and sensitively throughout the life of the claim
- Instructing counsel and medical or other experts as required
- Preparing pleadings, evidence and other key documentation
- Undertaking advocacy and attending court where appropriate
- Supporting colleagues with discrete tasks as your caseload develops
- Contributing to business development and maintaining referral relationships
Caseload size is dictated by complexity, typically fewer than 40 active matters, with paralegal and secretarial support provided.
Candidate Profile
- Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 2-6 years PQE
- Experience running a claimant Clinical Negligence caseload, either exclusively or predominantly
- Strong client care skills and the ability to explain complex issues clearly
- Technically competent, well organised and deadline focused
- Commercially aware and committed to delivering high-quality legal services
- APIL accreditation (Litigator or Senior Litigator) in line with experience
Offer and Benefits
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Flexible working options across multiple Yorkshire office locations
- Supportive, collaborative team culture
- Exposure to a mix of complex, high-value and more straightforward claims
- Employee ownership with access to a profit-sharing scheme
- Clear commitment to training, supervision and long-term career progression
Closing Line
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Jack Grant at Thornton Legal.
For more information, please contact Jack Grant at Thornton Legal on 07538 704 113 or jack@thorntonlegal.co.uk.
Thornton Legal connects talented lawyers with trusted law firms across the North West, Yorkshire and the Midlands. We believe in straightforward, transparent recruitment that focuses on quality relationships, not volume.
